1949
2018
Nelson John Besson, 68, died Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 9:29 AM. Born September 29, 1949, he was a native and resident of Labadieville.
Private services were held.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sandra Landry Besson; daughter, Natasha R Besson and wife, Susan McCormack; son, Jordan C Besson and companion Vanessa Alonso; grandchildren, Trey and Abrianna Besson; step grandchildren, Aaron and Ailynn; sisters, Betty B Cavalier and husband Jessie, Grace B Thibodeaux and husband Percy, Beverly "Wessa"Bourgeois and husband Ray and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Marguerite Fremin Besson; brother, Charles "Charlo" Besson; nephew, Bryan Cavalier.
He retired from McDermott as a crane operator. He enjoyed hunting, gardening and going to the casino.
Ordoyne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Martha Landry
August 31, 2018
Sandra I'm so sorry to hear about Nelson's passing. May he rest in peace.
Janet Leonard
August 30, 2018
Love you forever. Until we meet again Nel(Bert).
Mary Lajaunie
August 28, 2018
Sandra, please know our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. We will always remember Nelson. He was such a wonderful man. Mickey will always have wonderful memories of him and Nelson's friendship. We will never forget his laugh and smile.
Pat Credeur
August 28, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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August 27, 2018
Sandra, I am so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. I send my prayers to you and your family. May Nel Rest In Peace and may your faith in the Lord above get you and your family through this sorrowful time. Debbie Clement Naquin
Mark Arboneaux ( Fish )
August 27, 2018
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lee & Pam Dubois
August 27, 2018
Great man , friend and co-worker enjoyed the many years working with Nelson may he Rest In Peace our prayers and thoughts are with the families and this difficult time GOD give you all the strength to ease the pain. Heaven has gained another Crane Operator Angel.
Harold & Peggy Leblanc
August 26, 2018
Sandra we are so sorry to hear about Nelson my prayers are with you and your Family
Alvin Burrell
August 26, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of Nelson's death. I am praying for the family.
Jose & Elia Gomez
August 25, 2018
Mr Nelson we will miss you... we will miss your nice conversations and that cute accent!
Rest in Peace Sir
Gail Thibodeaux
August 25, 2018
Sandra, I think about our McDermott days and the many times I visited with you and Nel these are memories that will last a life time. My thoughts and prayers are with Nel, you and your beautiful family.
Allen Parks
August 25, 2018
So very saddened to hear of Nel's passing. He was a kind, gentle and loving soul. May your faith give you strength and God's presence bring comfort to you all. May he rest in eternal peace.
Meca Rodrigue
August 24, 2018
My heart hurts for you all. Mr Nelson was a very special friend to the Rodrigue family. Sending hugs and prayers to Mrs Sandra and family god bless you all
Paul Vedros
August 24, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.i know I have lots of memories of Nell helping me become the operator I was thanks my brother until we meet again
Jean & Lance Cooley
August 24, 2018
Sandra & family Im so sorry for your lost . Nel was a great man . Wonderful person . He ready left his mark on everyone his met . Im praying for yall.
I always loved yall and still do .
August 24, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Janet Gros and Harvey Landry
Maria and Rick Tabor
August 24, 2018
Sandra and Family,
So sorry for your loss.
May God give you comfort at this most difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Maria and Rick Tabor
Diane Ponvelle Moreaux
August 24, 2018
My sympathy to Ms. Sandra and family.
Bonnie Benoit
August 24, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family
Gayle & Joe Michel
August 24, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this difficult time. And keep the memories of him close to your heart.
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